What is the cheapest way to get from Hayward to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from Hayward to Novato is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hayward to Novato?

The fastest way to get from Hayward to Novato is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Hayward and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Hayward station to Novato. However, there are services departing from Hayward Bus Station and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Hayward to Novato?

The distance between Hayward and Novato is 52 miles. The road distance is 47.1 miles.

How do I travel from Hayward to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from Hayward to Novato without a car is to BART and bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $11 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Hayward to Novato?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Hayward to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hayward to Novato bus from?

Hayward to Novato bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Hayward Bus Station.

Where does the Hayward to Novato bus arrive?

Hayward to Novato bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hayward to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Hayward to Novato is 47 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Hayward to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 132+ hotels available in Novato.

Hayward to Novato - 5 ways to travel via BART, bus, line 580 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Hayward to Novato by subway, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

BART, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Hayward to Montgomery StreetGreen-S
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
2h 20m
$11–17
Drive 46.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hayward to Novato46.9 mi
52 min
$9–13
BART, line 580 bus
1. Take the subway from Hayward to El Cerrito Del NorteOrange-N
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B580 / ...
2h 56m
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hayward to Novato46.9 mi
52 min
$170–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hayward Bus Station to San Francisco Bus StationGreyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
2h 53m
$15–21

Hayward to Novato by subway and bus

156Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Hayward, Alameda County, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hayward Bus Station to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Francisco Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 2h 53m.

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